The ice is off—and Luna’s already on!We went from last snowfall to “it’s SPRING” in record time up here on Hansen Lake, and we invite you to come check it out. Luna, our resident Common loon has just shown up … Read More
Author Archives: D.P. Knudten
Tilly vs. Rufus Redux
The standoff continues. Tilly, our half Lab/half Staffordshire Terrier has a nemesis—and his name is Rufus. This absolutely evil red squirrel exists for one reason and one reason alone: to drive Tilly out of her ever-loving mind. Rufus … Read More
Winter wonderful.
I think this photo captures what‘s so very special about Sugar Maple at Hansen Lake in winter: the cozy quiet. To me, it‘s the best of Wisconsin’s northwoods, and why I love this place so very much. —David
Weber Grill? Nah, Weather Grill.
This photo, taken on Friday, February 14th (Happy Valentine’s Day!) shows just how much snow has decided to make a stay at Sugar Maple at Hansen Lake. Zoom in and you’ll see it’s somewhere around 7 1/2 inches— not including … Read More
Home is where the hearth is.
My favorite thing at Sugar Maple? It’s gotta be this fireplace. And as a guest here, you get a whole bunch of free wood with your stay. —David
Snow? SNOW!
If you love your winter’s to be both brisk and cozy, you should check out Sugar Maple at Hansen Lake. It’s a truly wonderful place on a private lake that’s perfect for people who love to experience Wisconsin’s Northwoods, and … Read More
WE HAVE OTTERS!
ATTENTION all Sugar Maple at Hansen Lake lovers: WE HAVE OTTERS! We discovered a family of three had joined us for Thanksgiving Day 2024, and have decided to extend their stay since the fish is so fresh and plentiful. Sure … Read More
First snow.
It’s the first meaningful, measurable snow at Sugar Maple at Hansen Lake. May be getting up to 3 inches by noon today. Just in time for Thanksgiving 🙏. —David
Morning, Sugar Maple style.
Pre-dawn, a couple of days ago. Our warm autumn has turned crisp and chilly today. Time to pull out the Carhartt vest and merino wool socks. YAY! —David
Sweater weather.
The Matriarch, our much loved Sugar Maple, is changing her outfit just in time for my favorite season of the year. What a beauty. —David